Smartphone personalization is not just a fashion homage, but a way to make interaction with the device more comfortable and intuitive. Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 owners often wonder how to change standard text or add their own inscription to the lock screen. The standard shell MIUI offers many options, but some of them are hidden from the eyes of the average user.
In this article, we will take a look at all the available methods, from built-in system functions to using third-party software.You will learn how to add text on top of wallpaper, change the watch widget or completely customize the lock screen with the help of themes.
To start with, standard Android tools can't change the system label "Swipe to unlock" or the carrier logo without superuser rights. However, MIUI provides its tools. We'll look at secure ways that don't require deep intervention or breach the device warranty.
Standard MIUI features and screen are always on
The first thing to check is the lock screen settings built into the shell. In the Redmi Note 7 with MIUI 10, 11 or 12, the functionality may differ. Go to Settings → Lock screen. Here you can change the style of the watch, which visually changes the perception of the inscriptions.
If you have an AMOLED model (although the Note 7 has an IPS, the AOD feature is often emulated or available in themes), you can configure text display to be off. To do this, go to Settings → Lock screen → The screen is always on and lock in your pocket.
⚠️ Attention: Activating the permanent display function on the screen significantly increases battery consumption. Use this option only when necessary.
Some firmware versions have a "Tag" or "Message" feature on the lock screen, which allows you to output a short phrase, such as a contact number or a motivational quote. Look for the Message item on the lock screen in the settings menu.
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Standard MIUI settings allow you to change only the style of the watch and fonts, but not arbitrary text on top of the system notifications without themes.
Use of the "Themes" application for customization
The most effective way to change the label is to install a special theme. Themes store in Xiaomi has thousands of design options where authors have already embedded the desired text or widgets. Open the Themes app on your desktop.
In search, type in queries like "Text lockscreen," "Quote lock," or "Custom text." Download your favorite theme and apply it. After applying, go to the theme settings (Settings button or gear) to enter your own text if the theme supports it.
- 🎨 Open the Topics app and go to the "Profile" section".
- 🔍 Use search for keywords "Lock screen text" or "Script".
- ⬇️ Download a highly rated topic and click "Apply".
- ⚙️ Go to the theme settings to edit the text of the inscription.
Not all themes allow editing. Look for descriptions that say "Customizable lock screen" or "Editable text." Often, these topics have minimalist designs to make the text read clearly.
The method with widgets and live wallpaper
Another way to add a sign is to use widgets that appear on the lock screen. However, in newer versions of Android and MIUI, support for loxcrin widgets is limited for safety and energy saving purposes. However, some music or weather widgets may contain text fields.
You can also use Live Wallpapers, which have a built-in text editor. Download the live wallpaper app from Google Play, like "Video Live Wallpaper" or specialized "Text Wallpaper."
⚠️ Warning: Installing a large number of live wallpapers may cause the interface to slow down on the Redmi Note 7 due to limited CPU resources Snapdragon 660.
After installing such wallpaper, go to Settings → Wallpaper → More wallpaper and select the downloaded file. Wallpaper settings often have a Custom Text field where you can type in any phrase.
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For better readability of text on live wallpaper, choose contrasting fonts and avoid colorful background images.
Third-party applications for screen locking
If standard methods don't meet your needs, Google Play Store apps will come to the rescue, replacing the standard lock screen completely, a radical but effective method, examples of which include Hi Locker, KLCK Lockscreen or Acme Locker.
Once you install this app, you'll need to give it broad permissions, like accessing other applications' surfaces, running in the background, and accessing notifications, without which it won't be able to intercept the moment the screen is turned on.
| Annex | Textual possibilities | Impact on the battery | Difficulty setting up |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hi Locker | High (your font, colour) | Average. | Low. |
| KLCK Kustom | Maximum (designer) | High. | Tall. |
| Acme Locker | Medium (widgets) | Low. | Medium |
Using third-party lockscreens can conflict with MIUI security features, such as fingerprint unlocking.Be prepared for the scanner to be unstable.
☑️ Setting up a third-party lockscreen
Editing system files (for advanced ones)
For users who aren’t afraid to experiment, there is the option of changing system strings, which requires the rights of a Root (super user) and a file manager with access to the system partition, such as Root Explorer or MT Manager.
We need to find the file. framework-res.apk shell-resource MIUI, decompete them and find the line responsible for the text on the lock screen (often this is the case). ID resource keyguard_plugged_in). After text is replaced, the file is reassembled and replaced by the original.
⚠️ Warning: Any change to system files can cause a phone to be booted (cyclically rebooted) and make a full backup before work begins!
This method is not recommended for everyday use, as system updates will reset all changes and the risk of damaging the bootloader is very high. Use only if you understand the structure of Android XML.
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Problems and solutions
During the setup process, you may find that text doesn’t appear or overlaps for hours.This often happens due to incorrect screen resolution or theme cache. Try clearing the theme app cache through Settings → Apps → All Apps → Themes → Clear.
If the lock screen is unstable after installing a new theme, boot into Safe Mode or simply change the theme to a standard Classic or Default to return access to the menu. On the Redmi Note 7, resetting the lock screen settings is often solved by rebooting the device.
Remember that Xiaomi regularly updates its security policy. Functions that worked in MIUI 10 may be blocked in MIUI 12/13/14. Always check the relevance of the methods for your version of the software.
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The most stable way to get a unique inscription without risk to the system is to use specialized themes from the official store.